Head-to-Head Comparison
| Feature | DIAC | HFZ |
|---|
| Full Name | Dubai International Academic City | Hamriyah Free Zone |
| Emirate | Dubai | Sharjah |
| Specialty | Education | Industrial, manufacturing, oil & gas |
| Cheapest Year 1 | AED 39,000 | AED 17,500 |
| Cheapest Package | DIAC Academic License | Hamriyah Trading |
| License Fee (from) | AED 15,000 | AED 8,000 |
| Visa Cost Range | AED 5,000-AED 7,000 | AED 4,000-AED 5,500 |
| Notable | University campus zone | Deep-water port access |
| Website | www.diacedu.ae | www.hfza.ae |
All Packages Compared
DIAC Packages
| Package | Year 1 | Visas |
|---|
| DIAC Academic License | AED 39,000 | 2 |
| DIAC Campus License | AED 88,060 | 5 |
HFZ Packages
| Package | Year 1 | Visas |
|---|
| Hamriyah Trading | AED 17,500 | 2 |
| Hamriyah Industrial | AED 57,000 | 10 |
Verdict
HFZ is the more affordable option, starting from AED 17,500 compared to AED 39,000 for DIAC. However, DIAC may offer advantages in terms of education.